The Gombe State Governor, Muhammad Inuwa Yahaya was at the weekend turbaned with the traditional title of Matawallen Kaltungo by the Mai Kaltungo, Engineer Saleh Mohammed.
Speaking at the occasion, which took place at the palace of Mai Kaltungo in Kaltungo LGA of the state, Governor Yahaya re-emphasised the importance and relevance of traditional institutions in peace building.
He said his administration would continue to sustain the symbiotic relationship with royal fathers and also assured to restore the lost glory of the traditional institutions in the state.
The governor expressed his appreciation to the Mai Kaltungo and people of the Kaltungo Chiefdom for the honour done to him and assured them of his readiness to observe all the laid down rules and regulations of the tradition regarding his title.
“I consider this turbaning as an honour and inspiration for all of us in government to do more. We shall continue to join hands and strengthen our symbiotic relationship with the traditional institution to galvanise our people in our effort to deliver on our mandate and bring development to the state,” he said.
Governor Yahaya reiterated his administration’s commitment in providing social amenities to all the nooks and crannies of the state, especially in critical areas such as education, health, agriculture, water supply, road network and security.
He decried the current security situation in the country, saying the situation requires collective resolve and efforts, especially with the traditional leaders who are the custodians of the communities, culture and traditions.
The governor also stressed the need for the traditional rulers to join in enlightening and educating their subjects to take precautionary measures against outbreak of contagious diseases.
Earlier, the Mai Kaltungo, Engineer Mohammed said the conferment of the traditional title of Matawallen Kaltungo on Governor Yahaya was in recognition of his integrity, leadership qualities and performance in office, which he said have kept the state on the path of growth and development.
